Roof Replacement

Habitat for Humanity of Tuscaloosa is excited to partner with Strengthen Alabama Homes to offer residents of Tuscaloosa, Pickens, Hale, and Greene Counties the opportunity to apply for a new FORTIFIED Roof™.

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What is the FORTIFIED Roof™ Program?

Habitat for Humanity of Tuscaloosa has partnered with Strengthen Alabama Homes to provide wind mitigation on existing, owner-occupied, single family homes in our service area. Funding for this program comes from the insurance industry. The work completed on your home will meet the FORTIFIED Roof™ standard. For more information about FORTIFIED roofs, visit www.fortifiedhome.org.

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What are the benefits of having a FORTIFIED Roof™?

A home with a FORTIFIED Roof™ designation may help you receive a discount on the wind portion of your homeowner’s insurance. A recent study by The University of Alabama shows that homes with a FORTIFIED Roof™ sell for approximately 7% more than homes with a non-FORTIFIED roof.

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What should I know about the program?

•  If approved, the grant will cover the cost of a new roof up to $10,000

•  If the grant award is not enough to cover the cost of the roof replacement,  you will be responsible for the additional cost

• You must have a current Homeowner’s Insurance Policy with Wind Coverage

• If you live in a flood zone, you must provide proof of Flood Insurance

• You must provide a copy of the deed to your home. Mobile homes are NOT eligible

• In order to qualify, your home should be in good repair. Funds are NOT available to complete other repairs

• There are income limits for this program (see table to the right)

Are you interested?

Thanks for your interest in the FORTIFIED Roof™ program.

If you would like to request an application, please click the "Request a Roof Application" button below, complete the survey, and wait to hear back from our roof program staff.

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It may take several days for your to be contacted.

Please be patient and wait for us to contact you!

Our goal is to reach you within 3-5 business days via provided email.

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